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August 20, 2012 A caller reported that her husband’s aunt has not been taking her MHMR medication and was saying she wanted to end it all. Deputy Carvin met with the complainant and spoke to the boyfriend who was on scene. More...

August 19, 2012 Officer Nurse conducted a civil standby in the 1100 block of FM 112. All property and items were peacefully released to the owner. All parties cleared the area without incident. More...

Another summer has come to an end, announced by the return of students to the classrooms. Summer is wonderful, for a number of reasons, but many exciting events and opportunites come with a new school year, too. More...

Mark your calendars for the 2nd Annual Sherwood Celtic Music Festival & Highland Games on Saturday and Sunday, September 22nd and 23rd. The festival will celebrate the entire musical history of Ireland, Scotland, Wales, & Brittany. More...

Frances M. McArthur, Ph.D.Superintendent of SchoolsLexington Independent School District

What a wonderful beginning we had when Lexington students came back to our schools this week. Our students’ bright and sweet faces,were a joy to behold as they came prepared for exciting new adventures in learning. More...

Bonnie Jean Holt, 49, of Lexington, Texas went home to her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 22, 2012 after a relentless battle with cancer. She was born in Watseka, Illinois on March 22, 1963. She was a member of St. More...

There were two main issues discussed at the Lee County Commissioners’ Court Meeting held on Monday, August 27, 2012 - the proposed tax rate for the upcoming year and the use of the soon to be vacant building at 849 East Industry in Giddings, us More...

Donnie Milburn announced last week that he is running for Lee County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3, as an Independent. Milburn is striving to pick up where Nick Hester left off after he retired earlier this summer. More...

Seven people were sentenced in District Court last week. Six were sentenced on Thursday, August 23, with the Honorable Reva Towlsee-Corbett presiding, while one was sentenced on Friday, August 24 by visiting Judge Dan R. Beck presiding. More...

Potatoes, potatoes, potatoes, what a great vegetable! There are so many variations for preparation, and so many different recipes to choose from when making a delicious potato dish. This one is on the light side. More...

It’s the most disgusting task a parent has to do. Worse than changing diapers. Worse than cleaning the bathroom. Worse than finding maggots in your trash can. Well, okay, it’s a close second. It’s time to clean the minivan. More...

Lexington and Marlin looked evenly matched during the controlled portion of last Thursday’s scrimmage. When the coaches were moved off the field and the simulated game portion started, the Lexington Eagles proved to be the team of the night. More...